Seriously.\u00a0 Pictures of empty shelves filled my Facebook feed last night and was so discouraging.<\/p>\n
People react in fear to that kind of thing. Let’s STOP.<\/p>\n
Yes, there is a lot happening.\u00a0 Lots of closures and cancellations.\u00a0 \u00a0Including public schools for two weeks AFTER March Break.<\/p>\n
But let’s not get crazy.<\/p>\n
We need to take a deep breath. Calm ourselves down. Let’s not react with emotions or out of fear.<\/p>\n
Faith over fear. I keep telling myself that.<\/p>\n
We don’t know what will happen, but we do know THIS – the best thing to do is wash your hands with soap, for at least 20 seconds. And do so often.<\/p>\n
When soap isn’t available – sanitize.<\/p>\n
Cough\/ sneeze into your sleeve or a tissue – then wash your hands.<\/p>\n
Stay home if you’re sick.<\/p>\n
And remember that just because you feel confident it won’t affect you “that much” – you could be a carrier to the ones who aren’t so strong.<\/p>\n
Reach out to friends\/ family\/ neighbours.\u00a0 Help out those who can’t help themselves. If you have elderly family members or neighbours, offer to pick up some things at the store for them.<\/p>\n
We need to stay calm and stay kind.<\/p>\n
And most importantly – take care of yourself. In all ways.<\/p>\n
Exercise – it’s good for you physically AND mentally.<\/p>\n
When the world is scary and uncertain, and you feel like there is no control – take control of what you can.<\/p>\n
And that is you. You make sure that you are doing all that you can for you – share the toilet paper (smile).<\/p>\n
Be safe. Be careful. And take care of you.<\/p>\n
If you’re feeling anxious – there are five things<\/a> you can do to help yourself right now.<\/p>\n
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